3 Irresistible Christmas Vegetables Side Dishes That Steal the Show Recipe
A delightful trio of Christmas vegetable side dishes featuring roasted carrots, parsnips, Brussels sprouts, and red onions seasoned with thyme and olive oil, offering a warm, sweet, and savory complement to any holiday meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western, Holiday
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 500g carrots, peeled and sliced
- 500g parsnips, peeled and sliced
- 300g Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 200g red onions, quartered
Seasonings
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) ensuring it reaches the ideal temperature for roasting the vegetables evenly and perfectly.
- Toss vegetables with seasoning: In a large bowl, combine carrots, parsnips, Brussels sprouts, and red onions. Add olive oil, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything thoroughly to coat the vegetables evenly with the seasoning and oil.
- Prepare for roasting: Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly on a baking tray in a single layer to allow for proper roasting and caramelization.
- Roast the vegetables: Place the baking tray in the oven and roast the vegetables for 30-35 minutes. Stir the vegetables halfway through the roasting time to promote even cooking and golden browning.
- Add honey and serve: After roasting, drizzle the vegetables with honey to add a touch of sweetness. Serve immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, try using olive oil infused with garlic or herbs.
- Adjust roasting time depending on the size of vegetable pieces for desired tenderness.
- Honey is optional but adds a nice balance to the savory and earthy flavors.
- These vegetables can be prepared ahead and reheated gently before serving.
- To keep it vegan, omit the honey or substitute with maple syrup.
Keywords: Christmas vegetables, roasted carrots, roasted parsnips, Brussels sprouts side dish, holiday side dishes, roasted vegetable medley
